Delta says higher airfares expected to last despite drop in oil prices
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian stated that high airfares are expected to persist despite falling oil prices due to strong consumer demand. The airline reported a $1.4 billion profit, attributing success to a wealthy customer base willing to pay premium prices.
Airlines across the board have had to pass on elevated fuel costs to customers or cut routes this year as the war in the Middle East drove oil prices up. Airlines across the board have had to pass on elevated fuel costs to customers or cut routes this year as the war in the Middle East drove oil prices up. Airline industry Delta says higher airfares expected to last despite drop in oil prices Company reports $1.4bn profit despite its highest quarterly fuel expense in history
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